2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Because 1948 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Bravo | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Bravo | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
